Abdi Jeylani Malaq Marshale was killed late Tuesday, minutes after leaving Kulmiye radio station, where he worked as drama producer and performer. "Two men shot and seriously injured Marshale...the comedian ...

Africa's many carnivals are not the most internationally known, but Cape Verde, Angola, Guinea-Bissau and Mozambique carnivals have long traditions. Newcomer Seychelles this year offers a tourism-adapted carnival.

President Jacob Zuma jokingly asked the Royal Prince of Manaco to pay labola for his South African bride, Princess Charlene, as he welcomed guests attending the International Olympic Committee session.